Ban Phe

If you want to picture Ban Phe, just multiply this by about 10,000. The entire city is basically a giant fish market, with a few flower shops and assorted market stalls thrown in. Aside from the internet cafes, the occasional 7-Eleven, and a few restaurants down by the pier, the entire city is made up of stalls like this one.

This is the only sit-down restaurant in Ban Phe until you get down near the pier. Try the fish soup, it’s delicious.